The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a public research university in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It is one of four campuses that make up the University of Colorado system. UCCS was founded in 1965 as Colorado College of Education, and became a four-year university in 1977. The university offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, and has a student body of over 14,000. UCCS is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities High research activity".
The Music Program at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs provides a comprehensive and dynamic education within the Department of Visual and Performing Arts. Offering undergraduate degrees including a BA in Music and a BM in Performance, along with minors and a Master of Arts, the program blends traditional musical foundations with contemporary practices like technology and composition. Students join a vibrant, inclusive community benefiting from dedicated faculty mentorship and state-of-the-art facilities at the Ent Center for the Arts. The curriculum encourages interdisciplinary exploration and prepares students for diverse careers in the evolving music industry through experiential learning, performance opportunities, and a focus on individual growth and creativity. Located in Colorado Springs, the program actively engages with the local community.
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